CNA FINAL EXAM LATEST (3 DIFFERENT VERSIONS) /CERTIFIED
NURSING ASSISTANT
You just became certified and are looking for work. You see an ad in the newspaper
for a hospice facility looking for a C.N.A. You know that this facility provides care for:
- ANSWER: The terminally ill
Criminal laws: - ANSWER: Protect society from harmful people or organizations
While passing out meal trays, Brenda gives the wrong meal to a resident who has
diabetes. She says that the resident distracted her by complaining about the food.
Which defense mechanism is she using? - ANSWER: Rationalization
A resident has not been informed about how much a medical procedure will cost and
what her options are. Which of the following Resident's Rights is being violated? -
ANSWER: The right to be fully informed about rights and services
Which of the following would be recorded in a nursing assistant's record in her
state's nursing assistant registry? - ANSWER: An investigation showed that abuse
occurred while she worked with residents
If a nursing assistant encounters a resident in a sexual situation, she should: -
ANSWER: Provide privacy and leave the room
____ is a health insurance program for people who are 65 years of age or older or
who are ill or disabled and cannot work. - ANSWER: Medicare
Which of the following is an ombudsman's responsibility? - ANSWER: Investigating
and resolving complaints
The Nurse Aide class must be at least: - ANSWER: 75 hours
You have been doing your clinical at Elsewhere Care Center and it is the last day you
will be at the facility. You have grown very fond of one of the residents at the facility
and plan to take a picture with the resident. This action is: - ANSWER: Not allowed as
it violates privacy and confidentiality policies
If a NA encourages a resident to play cards with friends, what kind of wellness is she
promoting? - ANSWER: Social wellness
Which of the following is true of developmental disabilities? - ANSWER:
Developmental disabilities restrict physical and/or mental ability
Why is it important to consider a resident's cultural background when
communicating with him or her? - ANSWER: Because cultural background helps
,determine how people communicate and can help you communicate better with the
resident
Which of the following will help a nursing assistant make a good first impression at
work? - ANSWER: Keeping hair neatly tied back away from the face
When you are reporting Dependent Adult Abuse remember: - ANSWER: You must
report if you suspect a resident has been or is being abused
When a nursing assistant answers the phone at the long-term care facility, which of
the following is the best example of proper telephone etiquette? - ANSWER: "Good
morning, this is Lynnell Brooks, nursing assistant at Lakeside Village. How may I help
you?"
When communicating with a resident who has a functional barrier, a NA should: -
ANSWER: Give the resident time to speak
Jenna knows that Mr. Warren, one of her residents, is very excited about an
upcoming visit from his daughter. She takes a little extra time to help him get ready
and tells him how good he looks. Which kind of need is Jenna helping her resident to
meet? - ANSWER: Need for self-esteem
Medicare is a health insurance program for people who are 65 years of age or older.
- ANSWER: True
Resident with the longest average stay in a healthcare facility are residents admitted
for terminal care. - ANSWER: False
Holistic care focuses on: - ANSWER: The whole person, including physical, mental,
and social well-being
The best type of jewelry to wear at work is: - ANSWER: A waterproof watch
A nursing assistant is documenting a resident's care for the first time. Which of the
following is an example of accurate documentation? - ANSWER: Recording the
resident's blood pressure in black ink
When talking about level of functional capacity the term assistive means: - ANSWER:
The resident can do part of the task or tasks but needs staff assistance to complete
the task
Which of the following is a sign of physical abuse? - ANSWER: Missing teeth or hair
When answering the facility phone you should: - ANSWER: Identify the facility, your
name and title, and then say, speaking
, A legal document that allows a person to decide what kind of medical care he wishes
to have if he is unable to make those decisions himself is called a(n): - ANSWER:
Advanced directive
When is it o.k. for an aide to use a resident's property? - ANSWER: Never
Medicare will pay for any service requested by the resident - ANSWER: False
You are starting work at your new job as a C.N.A. in Elsewhere care center. Your
mom offers to take you to get artificial nails to celebrate your new job. Your best
response to this is: - ANSWER: I appreciate you want to do this but artificial nails are
not advised for C.N.A. and some homes do not allow them to be worn.
No one younger than 65 is covered by Medicare. - ANSWER: True
Which of the following is an example of professional and ethical behavior by a
nursing assistant? - ANSWER: Documenting care accurately and promptly
Which of the following is a reason that new residents may have trouble adjusting to
life in a healthcare facility? - ANSWER: They have had to leave their home
Which of the following is an example of aggressive, rather than assertive, behavior? -
ANSWER: A resident tells a NA that she is clumsy and is moving too slowly
The direct care worker sees a reddened area on the resident's coccyx (tailbone) and
reports it this is an example of: - ANSWER: Objective data
Which of the following statements gives subjective information? - ANSWER: Mrs.
Parker says she is feeling dizzy
There is a musical group from the local school coming to do a concert at the facility
as an activity. The aide knows Mrs. Smith loves music and asks Mrs. Smith if she
would like to go. Mrs. Smith says, "No, thank you not today." The aide gets Mrs.
Smith up and in her wheelchair and wheels her to the activity anyway this is: -
ANSWER: A violation of Mrs. Smith's right to choice
If a resident is demonstrating inappropriate sexual behavior, a NA should: - ANSWER:
Distract the resident or direct her to a private area
As a person ages their skin becomes: - ANSWER: Thinner
To hold one accountable means to: - ANSWER: Admit mistakes and apologize for
them
One way to have a good relationship with a resident's family and friends is to: -
ANSWER: Respond immediately when the resident calls for help
NURSING ASSISTANT
You just became certified and are looking for work. You see an ad in the newspaper
for a hospice facility looking for a C.N.A. You know that this facility provides care for:
- ANSWER: The terminally ill
Criminal laws: - ANSWER: Protect society from harmful people or organizations
While passing out meal trays, Brenda gives the wrong meal to a resident who has
diabetes. She says that the resident distracted her by complaining about the food.
Which defense mechanism is she using? - ANSWER: Rationalization
A resident has not been informed about how much a medical procedure will cost and
what her options are. Which of the following Resident's Rights is being violated? -
ANSWER: The right to be fully informed about rights and services
Which of the following would be recorded in a nursing assistant's record in her
state's nursing assistant registry? - ANSWER: An investigation showed that abuse
occurred while she worked with residents
If a nursing assistant encounters a resident in a sexual situation, she should: -
ANSWER: Provide privacy and leave the room
____ is a health insurance program for people who are 65 years of age or older or
who are ill or disabled and cannot work. - ANSWER: Medicare
Which of the following is an ombudsman's responsibility? - ANSWER: Investigating
and resolving complaints
The Nurse Aide class must be at least: - ANSWER: 75 hours
You have been doing your clinical at Elsewhere Care Center and it is the last day you
will be at the facility. You have grown very fond of one of the residents at the facility
and plan to take a picture with the resident. This action is: - ANSWER: Not allowed as
it violates privacy and confidentiality policies
If a NA encourages a resident to play cards with friends, what kind of wellness is she
promoting? - ANSWER: Social wellness
Which of the following is true of developmental disabilities? - ANSWER:
Developmental disabilities restrict physical and/or mental ability
Why is it important to consider a resident's cultural background when
communicating with him or her? - ANSWER: Because cultural background helps
,determine how people communicate and can help you communicate better with the
resident
Which of the following will help a nursing assistant make a good first impression at
work? - ANSWER: Keeping hair neatly tied back away from the face
When you are reporting Dependent Adult Abuse remember: - ANSWER: You must
report if you suspect a resident has been or is being abused
When a nursing assistant answers the phone at the long-term care facility, which of
the following is the best example of proper telephone etiquette? - ANSWER: "Good
morning, this is Lynnell Brooks, nursing assistant at Lakeside Village. How may I help
you?"
When communicating with a resident who has a functional barrier, a NA should: -
ANSWER: Give the resident time to speak
Jenna knows that Mr. Warren, one of her residents, is very excited about an
upcoming visit from his daughter. She takes a little extra time to help him get ready
and tells him how good he looks. Which kind of need is Jenna helping her resident to
meet? - ANSWER: Need for self-esteem
Medicare is a health insurance program for people who are 65 years of age or older.
- ANSWER: True
Resident with the longest average stay in a healthcare facility are residents admitted
for terminal care. - ANSWER: False
Holistic care focuses on: - ANSWER: The whole person, including physical, mental,
and social well-being
The best type of jewelry to wear at work is: - ANSWER: A waterproof watch
A nursing assistant is documenting a resident's care for the first time. Which of the
following is an example of accurate documentation? - ANSWER: Recording the
resident's blood pressure in black ink
When talking about level of functional capacity the term assistive means: - ANSWER:
The resident can do part of the task or tasks but needs staff assistance to complete
the task
Which of the following is a sign of physical abuse? - ANSWER: Missing teeth or hair
When answering the facility phone you should: - ANSWER: Identify the facility, your
name and title, and then say, speaking
, A legal document that allows a person to decide what kind of medical care he wishes
to have if he is unable to make those decisions himself is called a(n): - ANSWER:
Advanced directive
When is it o.k. for an aide to use a resident's property? - ANSWER: Never
Medicare will pay for any service requested by the resident - ANSWER: False
You are starting work at your new job as a C.N.A. in Elsewhere care center. Your
mom offers to take you to get artificial nails to celebrate your new job. Your best
response to this is: - ANSWER: I appreciate you want to do this but artificial nails are
not advised for C.N.A. and some homes do not allow them to be worn.
No one younger than 65 is covered by Medicare. - ANSWER: True
Which of the following is an example of professional and ethical behavior by a
nursing assistant? - ANSWER: Documenting care accurately and promptly
Which of the following is a reason that new residents may have trouble adjusting to
life in a healthcare facility? - ANSWER: They have had to leave their home
Which of the following is an example of aggressive, rather than assertive, behavior? -
ANSWER: A resident tells a NA that she is clumsy and is moving too slowly
The direct care worker sees a reddened area on the resident's coccyx (tailbone) and
reports it this is an example of: - ANSWER: Objective data
Which of the following statements gives subjective information? - ANSWER: Mrs.
Parker says she is feeling dizzy
There is a musical group from the local school coming to do a concert at the facility
as an activity. The aide knows Mrs. Smith loves music and asks Mrs. Smith if she
would like to go. Mrs. Smith says, "No, thank you not today." The aide gets Mrs.
Smith up and in her wheelchair and wheels her to the activity anyway this is: -
ANSWER: A violation of Mrs. Smith's right to choice
If a resident is demonstrating inappropriate sexual behavior, a NA should: - ANSWER:
Distract the resident or direct her to a private area
As a person ages their skin becomes: - ANSWER: Thinner
To hold one accountable means to: - ANSWER: Admit mistakes and apologize for
them
One way to have a good relationship with a resident's family and friends is to: -
ANSWER: Respond immediately when the resident calls for help
